Morning
Murfreesboro
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Murfreesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal Rescue Corps rescued 133 chihuahuas, 1 large dog, and 12 cats from an overcrowded property in Rutherford County (rescues occurred on May 9 and May 14) after elderly owners were relocated, and the nonprofit provided veterinary care to all the animals. FOX 17
- ➤ Dr. John Ash stepped down as principal at Central Magnet after nearly 17 years, and Dr. Clark Blair will assume leadership in June. A Memorial Day weekend flag display will honor veterans at Healing Fields while Eagleville Athletics starts turf upgrades, and local gas prices held near $4.08 per gallon. WGNS
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Alley on Main owners plan to open a new restaurant & two wedding venues with Stones River views off Medical Center Parkway, adding more local dining and event choices for the community. The Daily News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 19, 2026, Eagleville sophomore Lawson Latta made school history by becoming the first Rutherford County student chosen for the TSSAA Student Advisory Committee for the school year 2026 to 2027 + he will help shape local high school sports policies. The Daily News Journal
- ➤ MTSU and Middle Tennessee Electric signed a memorandum of understanding Tuesday, May 19 at the Miller Education Center to boost quantum research and workforce programs in Murfreesboro. The partners will share resources to create a quantum testbed — a step that could spur regional job growth. NewsChannel 5
- ➤ Yesterday, Discovery School third graders partnered with Murfreesboro Transit to install Little Free Libraries at the Transit Center and at bus shelters (Memorial and Innsbrooke Boulevards). The project, stemming from a classroom Project-Based Learning experience, expanded book access for residents. NewsChannel 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Murfreesboro City offices will be closed on Memorial Day, May 25, with transit and waste collection services rescheduled; Adams Tennis Complex, Fort Golf Course and select parks remain open. Meanwhile, Boro Beach opens on May 23 and hosts a Memorial Day Bash (10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.) on May 25. City of Murfreesboro
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Krustaceans in Murfreesboro serves a crab and shrimp boil that features sweet snow crab, boiled shrimp, sausage, potatoes, corn and egg drenched in garlic Parmesan, lemon pepper and Cajun butter; visit the location at (2858 South Church St.) to savor this hands-on seafood meal. Murfreesboro Post
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Murfreesboro Strawberry Festival
10 AM – 4 PM — Hop Springs — Tickets starting at $0.00 — Celebrate the sweetness of strawberries with family-friendly activities and fun.
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SciFri Book Club at Cedar Glade Brews
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Cedar Glade Brews — Free entry — Dive into discussions about 'Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law' with fellow science enthusiasts.
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Paint Pour Experience
7-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Payment required — Unleash your creativity by pouring paint on two canvases with guided instruction.
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Free Legal Assistance at Cannon County Courthouse
9-11 AM — Cannon County Courthouse — Free entry — Receive expert legal guidance and support during walk-in hours.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
June 5-7, 12-14 — Hop Springs — Ticket prices vary — Experience the whimsical chaos of Shakespeare’s beloved comedy set under the stars.
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Wedi Certified Installer Workshop
5:00 p.m. — Floor and Decor — Free entry — Get wedi certified and learn about waterproof shower systems while enjoying food and drinks.
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